ENGLISH
Q:-What is the basic knowledge of English?
Basic English includes a simple grammar for modifying
or combining its 850 words to talk about additional meanings (morphological
derivation or inflection). The grammar is based on English, but is much
simpler. Plural nouns are formed by adding -s or related forms, as in drinks,
boxes, or countries.
These four skills are listening, reading, speaking and
writing.
Language skills addressed include: listening, fluency development, oral
intelligibility, reading, grammar, writing, and vocabulary development.
It is the language of science, aviation, computers,
diplomacy and tourism. Last but not least, it is the language of international
communication, the media and the internet. Whether it is for professional or
personal reasons, understanding the importance of English will help you
reach your goals
Q:-What is the base of English?
In English grammar, a base is the form of a word to
which prefixes and suffixes can be added to create new words. For example,
instruct is the base for forming instruction, instructor, and reinstruct. Also
called a root or stem. Put another way, base forms are words that are not
derived from or made up of other words.
Q:-What are the steps to learn English?
How can I improve my English knowledge?
7 Ways to Quickly Improve Your English Language Skills
Watch movies in English. ...
Immerse yourself in English language news. ...
Start a vocabulary book of useful words. ...
Have conversations in English. ...
Practice, practice, practice. ...
Curiosity doesn't always kill the cat. ...
Don't forget to have fun while you learn.
Q:-Why English is important for career?
The ability to express fluently in both written as well as
oral form of language is very much essential for the career growth. As it is
stated above, English being the most commonly used language in the corporate
world; the knowledge of English is one of the most important employability
skills.
English is one such language in the world that satisfies
both the above purposes. English has been regarded as the first global
Lingua Franca. It has become part and parcel of almost every existing field. We
use it as the international language to communicate in many fields ranging from
business to entertainment.
10 Reasons to Learn English
- English is a global language. ...
- Studying English can help you get a job. ...
- Learning English can help you meet new people. ...
- Many scientific papers are written in English. ...
- English is the language of the media industry. ...
- English is the language of the Internet.
- How could I improve my English?
- 18 top tips for improving your English
- Watch television and films in English. ...
- Read English books/newspapers. ...
- Label things in your house. ...
- Make notes of new vocabulary. ...
- Surround yourself with English speakers. ...
- Figure out your best time to learn. ...
- Listen to British and American music. ...
- Language swap.
Learning English doesn’t always have to mean sitting in the
classroom and studying tricky grammar. In fact, English language teachers
encourage you to do plenty of extra learning outside of school. There are a
number of ways to improve your understanding of the language, many of which can
actually be a lot of fun.
It’s also a well-known fact that different people respond to
different learning methods. Sometimes simply sitting in the classroom or
reading a course book is not right for you. It can be beneficial to do some
additional work.
So if you’re keen to improve your English (or any other
second language for that matter) then consider some of these handy tips to get
you on your way. Not everything will work for you but, if you add a few of
these ideas to your day-to-day language learning, you’ll certainly see some
improvement.
Not only do Britain and the USA produce some of the
best TV shows and films in the world, but you can learn English whilst watching
them. If you’re still getting to grips with the language at any level (from
beginner to upper intermediate) then it’s worth putting the English subtitles
on so that you can read along and listen at the same time.
You can also listen to English radio stations and find
plenty of listening sources on the internet. Another idea would be to put
English subtitles on films or television programmes from your own country so
that you can read along with them in English and make the translations as you
go.
Reading is a great way of practicing your English in your
own time. You can take one word at a time at your own pace, without your
teacher peering over your shoulder. If you’re studying at a beginner to
intermediate level, pick up a children’s book where the language will be easier
than an adult book.
Newspapers are also worth reading. Not only can you improve
your English but you’ll learn about local and national goings on, which can be
handy when communicating with native speakers. Free newspapers and magazines,
as well as tabloid-style newspapers which use more basic language, are perhaps
better for low level speakers.
This is a quick and cheap way of improving your knowledge of
the vocabulary of everyday items in your home. All you need to do is buy a pack
of labels and then write the name of items in your home on them, such as phone,
window, mirror etc. Every time you use these objects you’ll read the word and
embed it into your memory. This is great for low level learners.
Whenever you learn a new word, whether in the classroom or
when you’re out and about, make sure you make a note of it. Whenever you have
some free time, you can practise what you’ve learned. You could even do this on
your phone so you needn’t carry around a notebook with you.
It’s also worth making a note of the translation into your
own language and any unusual phonological aspects of the word.
If you just spend your time outside of the classroom with
people from your own country, you’ll miss out on a big chance to practise
English. If you try to befriend other English speakers, you’ll be forced into
speaking the English language. You’ll also pick up things like slang and
conversational English that you’re unlikely to learn in the classroom.
If you struggle to find English speakers, at least try and
spend time with people off your course that are from countries other than your
own. This way, you will still have to speak English. Or try a 1:1 with one of
our teachers.
Are you a morning or afternoon person? If you can work out
when your brain is at its sharpest then you should cram in your language
learning at this time. Some people work best first thing in the morning and
switch off after lunchtime, while for others it takes a while to get going
every day.
Think about when you function best and plan your learning to
suit this. For example, there’s no point taking lessons that run late into the
night when you’re likely to easily lose concentration.
In addition to watching films and TV, listening to music is
another great and fun way of improving your grasp of a language. There’s an
almost endless amount of music out there to choose from, with most tracks
having lyrics easily available online.
You could listen to a song a day and read the lyrics along
to it. If you come across any language that you don’t understand then research
it. If you’re at a low level then perhaps go for some slower folk, country or
acoustic music, which often has lyrics that are slower and easier to
understand.
Once you’re feeling more confident you could go for some rap
music, which is generally a lot quicker and harder to understand.
In addition to learning English in class, you could find
somebody who is keen to learn your own language and exchange information with
them. Being able to speak a language is a gift and, whatever your mother
tongue, there will be somebody out there that wants to learn it.
You can meet up and give each other work, swap knowledge and
help each other progress. This is a great way of continuing your learning
outside of the classroom while also saving money.
It’s incredibly important that you don’t leave your English
learning inside the classroom. Make an effort to go to the library and study
your notes, read and write in English, and speak to English nationals and other
English speakers.
When you’re in bed at night, look over your English notes
from the day and try to memorise some vocabulary as you’re falling asleep. The
first thing you do in the morning while you’re eating your cereal could be to
learn a couple of new words. Make sure you never escape learning.
10. Record yourself and your lesson
Make the most of the recorder on your smartphone and
practise pronunciation. This is a good way of learning pronunciation because
you might know it when you first hear it then forget it later.
Although your teacher might not like you to do this, and you
should always get their permission, it can be useful to record lessons. As you
travel home or fall asleep you can listen to it. It’s a great way to revise the
information and practise listening, as well as nail down some pronunciation.
11. Get a good bilingual dictionary
A bilingual dictionary is your best friend while you’re
learning English. However, beware that a lot of dictionaries out there have
numerous mistakes and mistranslations. Do some research and spend a bit of
extra money on the best dictionary you can find.
It’s also worth bearing in mind that a number of online
translators and electronic dictionaries on smartphones can be quite poor.
Teachers will find it very obvious if you simply put something through a
translator – it’s normally literally translated which doesn’t always work.
12. Learn English idioms and phrasal verbs
There are a number of aspects of the English language that
you’re not always going to find in an academic course book. Things like idioms
and phrasal verbs are extremely common in everyday English conversations.
If you manage to learn these then you’ll find it much easier
to talk and understand conversations with native speakers. Although this is not
the kind of language you’re likely to use in an academic essay, it’s arguably
just as important to you.
13. Write every day
Writing is a great way of using new vocabulary and getting
your head around grammar. Try and write something every day using new words and
grammar that you’ve learned. Even if it’s only a few sentences, it’s very
important to get into the habit of doing this.
It’s also a good way of comparing your progress as you
improve your knowledge of the English language. If you have access to English
speaking friends or a teacher, you could ask them to look over your writing and
give you some pointers.
14. Tell your teacher what you want to learn
If you’re learning English in a language school or getting
private lessons, you might not always be learning what you want. However, it
can be difficult for your teacher to know exactly what you want to learn unless
you tell them. So if you think that they’re giving you too much writing and not
enough pronunciation, for example, then you should tell them. They’ll be
pleased with the feedback.
15. Remember your mistakes
You will make mistakes, there’s no denying it. Chances are
that you’ll make the same mistakes over and over again. Next time that you’re
corrected by a teacher, whether this is written or orally, you should make a
note of your mistakes.
Perhaps you forget when to use the correct article or you
get the past simple and present perfect tenses mixed up? Make a note of this
and work on your mistakes.
16. Put yourself into difficult situations
If you search out situations where you must speak, read and
listen that are outside of your comfort zone, you’ll be forced into using the
English language. This can be one of the best ways to learn English because you
really focus on what you’re saying and it gets you used to uncomfortable
situations.
Try and order some food at a restaurant, speak to someone at
a tourist information centre or just start chatting to a native speaker in a
bar. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. Getting something wrong is actually a
great way of understanding why it works a certain way.
17. Change the language on your social media or smartphone
Have you ever accidentally changed the language on a device
or on a website and then struggled to get it back again? We’ve all been there
before. However, this can actually be a good way of learning an additional
language. If you turn your Facebook, Twitter and smartphone settings to
‘English’ then you can continue to learn the language while you’re
communicating with friends.
18. Be realistic
It’s extremely common for language learners to want to
better their English at an unrealistic pace. Set yourself objectives but be
genuine in what you can achieve. Your teacher is just there to tell you things
and practise with you for a few hours a day. It’s your job to remember and
correctly use what you are taught.
You cannot expect to just turn up to class for a few weeks
and be able to speak the language. You must engage in lots of work outside of
class and use your brain as much as possible.
Q:-What is knowledge and why is it important?
Knowledge is like glue that sticks information as well as
learning together. When we have prior knowledge about a topic, we understand it
better. It plays an important role in students' life especially in the school.
If they don't have related knowledge, they face difficulties in understanding
the text.
- How do we use knowledge in real life?
- Focus on the relevance of what you're learning. ...
- Take time to reflect and self-explain. ...
- Use a variety of learning media. ...
- Change things up as often as possible. ...
- Identify any gaps in your knowledge. ...
- Establish clear learning goals. ...
- Practise generalising. ...
- Make your learning social.
1. Focus on the relevance of what you’re learning
Research shows that when students are able to connect
what they’re learning to what they already know and build new neural
connections and long-term memory storage.
2. Take time to reflect and self-explain
Before you can transfer knowledge to new contexts, you need
to understand the concept inside and out, which is why it’s important to take
time for reflection and self-explanation. Research shows that help you to
identify any incorrect assumptions, lead to a deeper understanding of the
material, and ultimately promote knowledge transfer.
So when you’re learning about something that’s completely
new to you, take a moment to think about how you would explain it in your own
words, whether this means using simpler words that are easier for you to
remember or finding a way to connect the new information to something you
already know by using real-world examples.
3. Use a variety of learning media
Another way to facilitate the transfer of learning to new
contexts is to use as many different learning media as possible, from text and
imagery to video and audio.
Research shows that using pictures, narration, and text can
help prevent your cognitive resources from becoming overloaded and improve
learning transfer. One study found that learners who used were able
to retain more information and scored higher on transfer tests than those who
used only text. They also perceived the content as easier to learn when visuals
were used.
Even if your course doesn’t have visuals or narration built
into it, you can try to find ways to supplement what you’re learning by using a
variety of educational resources such as YouTube and TED Talks or iTunes U,
EdX, and Coursera.
4. Change things up as often as possible
It’s easy to get stuck in a rut with your learning by
studying around the same time, in the same location, and using the same study
strategies every day. But when you get used to constantly studying in the same
way, it can be difficult to transfer the knowledge you acquire to new
environments and situations.
Research shows that in a more random way improves
retention and transfer after (but not during) the training. So although
studying in different environments and conditions may initially make it harder
to remember what you’re learning, in the long run it will help you retain the
information more effectively.
This concept is known as because although introducing
certaindifficulties into the learning process will initially feel
uncomfortable, it also encourages a deeper processing of materials.
5. Identify any gaps in your knowledge
Without a complete understanding of the concept or
information you’re learning, transferring it to new contexts will be more
difficult. With this in mind, it’s important to identify any gaps in your
knowledge and then work on strengthening your weaker areas.
One excellent way to do this is through practice testing, as
you’ll be able to see exactly what types of questions you’re consistently
getting wrong and what topics you have yet to master. Similarly, practice tests
will also show you which topics you have already mastered, which allows you to
focus on the areas that need the most work.
6. Establish clear learning goals
Establishing clear learning goals will give you a better
understanding of what you’re trying to get out of your learning and how you
might later transfer that knowledge and apply it in your work or personal life.
If you know what the expected learning outcomes are, you’ll also be able to
focus on the right material.
When setting learning goals, it’s better to be specific
rather than general so you’ll be able to measure your progress as you go along,
but make sure your goals are realistic too. For example, if you’re learning a
new language, making it your goal to be fluent within one month is not very
realistic. Making it your goal to learn the vocabulary and phrases necessary to
go shopping or eat out at a restaurant is more doable, however.
7. Practice
Generalizing is the ability to transfer the knowledge or
skills you gain in one setting to a new one. It’s all about seeing the bigger
picture and looking for more widely applicable rules, ideas, or principles. For
example, a child that learns to stack wooden blocks could generalise that skill
and later use it to build more elaborate creations using Lego bricks.
So when studying a new topic or concept, think about your
past lessons or experiences and look for patterns and relationships. You can
then determine whether these generalisations can be supported by other evidence
you know of.
8. Make your learning social
If much of your learning happens when you’re alone, it can
help to have a chance to discuss it with others. This gives you the opportunity
to explain what you’re learning in your own words and apply your knowledge to
new situations. Research also shows that promotes engagement and benefits
long-term retention.
Even if you’re not learning on the job or in a group
setting, you can try online learning tools like Twitter, Blackboard, Edmodo,
Quora, and others.
9. Use analogies and metaphors
Analogies and metaphors are great for drawing on your prior
knowledge or experience and making associations between seemingly unrelated
ideas. So when learning something new and trying to connect it to something you
already know, it can help to think of appropriate analogies or metaphors.
Analogies compare two things and show how they are similar,
such as “It was as light as a feather” or “He was solid as a rock.” A metaphor
is a figure of speech that describes something in a way that isn’t literally
true but helps to explain an idea or make a stronger impact, such as “Love is a
battlefield.”
10. Find daily opportunities to apply what you’ve learned
Applying what you’ve learned at school to real-world
problems takes a lot of practice, so it’s important to look for opportunities
to apply what you’re learning in your everyday life.
For example, if you have been studying a new language, make
a conscious effort to remember the foreign names of different objects around
the house when you get up in the morning. If you just attended a customer
service training course, try to employ one of the new strategies you learned
about when dealing with customers on your first day back at work.
Not sure how to start applying what you have learned in your
job or everyday life? Go back and check your learning goals to remind yourself
of what you set out to learn.
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